Research. Education. Discovery.

Our Research, Education, and Discovery Blog is a showcase for our work as well as the basic science behind what we do. Here we invite readers to explore the worlds of transfusion and transplantation science and learn more about how our research leads to improved everyday practices and ultimately – and most importantly – better outcomes for patients. 

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New research publications: March 2026
Wednesday, April 01, 2026
Alex Williams
A curated list of the latest peer-reviewed research publications from across Canadian Blood Services’ research and education network.
Transplantation Organs and Tissues Plasma Stem Cells Transfusion Blood
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How Canadian Blood Services’ research and education activities support continuous improvement in blood and plasma donor wellness
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Dr. Kaylee Brooks and Erica Seelemann
Donors are central to the success of a blood system. This blog describes how research and education activities happening behind the scenes continuously inform and advance blood and plasma donation in Canada.
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Celebrating excellence in transfusion medicine education: Dr. Oksana Prokopchuk-Gauk awarded Transfusion Camp Impactful Educator Award
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Alex Williams
Dr. Oksana Prokopchuk-Gauk is the 2024-2025 recipient of the Transfusion Camp Impactful Educator Award. This marks the second annual iteration of the award, which celebrates early-career faculty who demonstrate exceptional commitment to advancing transfusion medicine education in Canada.
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Collaborative efforts power national roll out of apheresis frozen plasma, psoralen-treated
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Dr. Aditi Khandelwal
In September 2025, Canadian Blood Services began its national rollout of apheresis frozen plasma, psoralen-treated. Read about this new component, the educational resources available for health-care providers, and how interdisciplinary teams at Canadian Blood Services have supported its implementation.
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Journeys in research: Trainee experiences supporting knowledge exchange, part 2 Sonia Mirza
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Sonia Mirza
This blog shares perspectives from trainees engaged in delivering Canadian Blood Services Monthly Science Seminar (MSS) Series. With an emphasis on supporting effective science communication and knowledge exchange, the opportunity to contribute to the MSS series helps foster trainees’ professional development and collaboration skills.
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New research publications: February 2026
Thursday, March 05, 2026
Alex Williams
A curated list of the latest peer-reviewed research publications from across Canadian Blood Services’ research and education network.
Transplantation Organs and Tissues Plasma Stem Cells Transfusion Blood
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